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Weight and Weight Loss

I am 22 years old I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes four years ago. Since the day I was diagnosed, I have been gaining weight. Is there anything I can do?

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What is the effect of obesity on type 2 diabetes in a school age child?

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I’m 13, female, I weigh about 132 pounds, and I want to lose weight safely but fast! My other problem is I can’t stop thinking about suicide, and it’s a huge problem for me. I need advice on what to do.

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I am desperate for some weight loss so I’m wondering about the over-the-counter drug, Xenadrine. Is this sort of (or this particular product) is less safe for someone with type 1 diabetes as opposed to someone without it? If it is, why?

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I am a 25 year old who has type 1 diabetes along with hypothyroidism, and as most women my age, I am concerned with weight gain. I have heard about a product called Trim Spa that can help with weight loss and does not contain ephedra. Are there any side affects of using this Trim Spa weight loss product and taking insulin injections?

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Since his August 2003 diagnosis with type 1 diabetes, my son has gained a lot of weight, to the point of being overweight. He is very active. Can you help me understand why he is overweight?

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I have been using an insulin pump since August 2003. I have been losing weight. Is this normal?

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Is it possible to have impaired glucose due to a problem of insulin utilization? Are there tests to confirm this? Can it be reversed by weight loss?

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At 6 feet, 340 pounds, I am having trouble losing weight. Would whey products and workout supplements help? Why is my post-exercise blood sugar elevated? All my other blood sugars are mostly in range.

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After a 33 pound weight loss, I am still losing weight. Does this mean my insulin resistance is declining? How can I get this measured?

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